Astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, initially slated for a short-duration mission aboard the Boeing Starliner, have had their stay on the International Space Station (ISS) extended by eight months due to technical difficulties. NASA has adjusted their fitness routine to accommodate the longer duration mission, ensuring they remain in optimal physical condition for their extended stay in space.
Bangladesh secured a decisive six-wicket victory over Pakistan in the second Test, sweeping the series 2-0. This defeat significantly impacts Pakistan’s aspirations to reach the World Test Championship (WTC) 2025 final. Despite recent struggles, Pakistan still holds a chance to qualify but must win all remaining matches in their upcoming Test series.
Karnataka’s bowlers, led by Vijaykumar Vyshak and Anshul Kamboj, delivered a strong performance against Madhya Pradesh in a thrilling encounter. Vyshak and Kamboj combined for four wickets, including crucial dismissals of Devdutt Padikkal, Shreyas Iyer, and Yash Dubey. The match saw a series of exciting moments, including boundaries and wickets, leaving fans on the edge of their seats.
Day 8 of the Paris Paralympics 2024 saw a whirlwind of thrilling events. Omega showcased its cutting-edge timekeeping technology, wheelchair fencing captivated audiences, Sarah Storey extended her record as Britain’s most successful Paralympian, and India’s Harvinder Singh made history with a gold medal in archery.
Ireland’s top allrounder, Simranjit Singh, known as Simi Singh, is fighting for his life after being diagnosed with acute liver failure. Currently in the ICU of Medanta Hospital in Gurugram, India, he is awaiting a liver transplant. His wife, Agamdeep Kaur, has agreed to donate a part of her liver. Simi, born in Punjab, India, rose through the ranks of Indian cricket before moving to Ireland in 2005. He has become a vital player for Ireland, representing them in numerous ODIs and T20Is.
NASA has decided to send the Boeing Starliner crew back to Earth on a SpaceX Dragon capsule after disagreements with Boeing regarding the safety of the Starliner spacecraft’s thrusters. The decision came after a tense technical discussion between the two agencies, with NASA expressing concerns about the accuracy of Boeing’s models and the potential for thruster degradation during the return journey.
A recent study has challenged the long-held belief that CBD mitigates the effects of THC. Researchers found that high doses of CBD actually enhance the psychotropic effects of THC by increasing its levels in the bloodstream. This discovery has significant implications for the use of CBD-rich cannabis products.
Jack Draper became the first British man to reach the US Open semifinals since 2012, defeating Alex de Minaur in straight sets. Meanwhile, Karolina Muchova overcame a bug to defeat Beatriz Haddad Maia and advance to the semifinals for the second year in a row.
The 2024 Ballon d’Or nominations have been unveiled, marking a historic moment as neither Cristiano Ronaldo nor Lionel Messi feature for the first time since 2003. The list showcases a new generation of talent, with England’s Jude Bellingham and Spain’s 17-year-old Lamine Yamal among the notable nominees. Real Madrid and Barcelona dominate with seven and six nominees respectively, highlighting their global dominance in men’s and women’s football.
Virat Kohli has emerged as the highest tax-paying Indian cricketer for the financial year 2023-24, according to a report by Fortune India. Kohli’s tax payment of Rs 66 crore puts him ahead of other cricketing legends like MS Dhoni and Sachin Tendulkar. This news sheds light on the massive earnings of top Indian cricketers and their significant contributions to the government through taxes.
